Overnight trip to Cairo from Portsaid port
Qasr El-Nil, Cairo
Travel from PortSaid to Cairo and visit both the Pyramids of Giza and the highlights of the city on a guided 2-day tour with an Egyptologist guide.
Overview
This 2-day guided tour from Port Said explores Cairo’s ancient sites, including Sakkara, Memphis, Giza Pyramids, and the Egyptian Museum, suitable for history enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Visit the Giza Pyramids
- Discover the Great Sphinx
- Explore the Egyptian Museum
Itinerary
Day 1: Port Said to Cairo
Your guide will meet you inside Port Said Port with a sign bearing your name. Enjoy commentary during your journey to Sakkara in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
Visit Sakkara, part of Memphis's ancient necropolis, to see the Step Pyramids – the earliest pyramids in Egypt. Continue to Memphis, the former capital, to view the colossal statue of Ramses II and the Hathor Temple ruins. Before reaching Giza, stop to see the Great Sphinx.
Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.
In Giza, visit the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, along with the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple. Capture photos at several sites and enjoy an optional shopping tour at traditional bazaars for souvenirs.
Return to your hotel after the tour.
Optional Evening Activities:
- Attend the sound and light show at the Pyramids
- Enjoy a 2-hour luxury Nile dinner cruise featuring belly dancing and an oriental show
Day 2: Cairo Tour and Return to Port Said
After breakfast, your guide will take you to the Egyptian Museum, home to King Tutankhamen's treasures. There will be time for panoramic photos of Cairo and the Nile before visiting Saladin's Citadel and the Mohammed Ali Alabaster Mosque.
On the return journey, stop for photos of the Library of Alexandria and the Lighthouse before accompanying you back to your cruise ship at Port Said two hours before departure.
Included
- Pick-up and return transfers from Port Said cruise exit door
- All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Bed and breakfast accommodation in a 5-star hotel
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees to all listed sites
- Mineral water during the tour
- Lunch on both days (drinks not included)
- All service charges and taxes
Not Included
- Sound and light show ticket
- Nile cruise dinner
Additional Information
The tour can start or end in either Port Said or Alexandria. Comfortable walking shoes and a sun hat are recommended. Cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book this tour for a comprehensive experience of Egypt’s major historical sites with expert guidance. For customization options or to secure your preferred dates, contact your guide in advance. Aim to start early to avoid midday heat and maximize sightseeing time.
